12 fashion basics for all seasons to add to your capsule wardrobe

These classic pieces won't go out of style

Although the prospect of brighter days may seduce us with frippery: there’s something inherently satisfying about getting back to basics. Quiet countenance notwithstanding, a tailored jacket, versatile bag, or wear-anywhere jeans are, in fact, the underpinnings of true desire. On that note, we’ve found twelve season-free staples you’re bound to love. Prepare to click to cart.

Button-front polo knit, €149; zip-front linen cami dress, €179; ‘Bibi’ crossbody bag, €169

Button front polo knit, €149; zip front linen cami dress, €179; ‘Bibi’ crossbody bag, €169, Whistles

Whistles 

Raey unisex faded wide-leg jeans

Matches Fashion, €151

Matches Fashion, €151 

Theory belted shirt

Arnotts, €325

Arnotts, €325 

Iris & Ink ‘Emma’ belted cotton-twill jumpsuit

The Outnet, €169

The Outnet, €169 

Weekend Max Mara ‘Aereo’ top

Brown Thomas, €95

Brown Thomas, €95 

Swing trench coat, €515; lofty cashmere silk box cardigan, €345; adjustable waist slim barrel leg jeans, €240; leather slip-on trainer, €270 

Swing trench coat, €515; cashmere silk cardigan, €345; adjustable waist slim barrel leg jeans, €240; leather trainers, €270, ME+EM

ME+EM 

Raey sleeveless patch-pocket cotton-blend jacket

Matches Fashion, €534

Matches Fashion, €534 

Weekend Max Mara cognac culottes

Brown Thomas, €435

Brown Thomas, €435 

‘Kennie’ leather footbed sandals

Whistles, €219

Whistles, €219 

‘Linden’ leather tie-handle leather bag

Whistles, €179

Whistles, €179 

Long nylon anorak

Arket, €125

Arket, €125 

Italian check open-front blazer

ME+EM, €445

ME+EM, €445 

STYLE NOTES:

• VESTED INTERESTS: Wear a gilet belted and bare-armed with loose trousers now or over a cashmere knit later. Tall? Remove the belt and layer beneath a shorter blazer for length.
• ONE-AND-DONE: Indulge in the cognitive ease with a jumpsuit. Wear now with rolled hems and cuffs and strappy sandals or later with a roll neck, fancy flats and blazer.
• TOP OF THE CROPS: Not a fan of shorts? Wear leather culottes now with a Breton top and box-fresh sneakers or later with knee boots and a chunky knit.

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